# Summer Fridays skincare

Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/brands/summer-fridays

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Summer Fridays is an American skincare brand founded in 2018 and owned by TSG Consumer Partners since 2024.

[beautymatter.com](https://beautymatter.com/articles/tsg-consumer-takes-majority-stake-in-summer-fridays) [en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/TSG_Consumer_Partners)

Summer Fridays is beloved for its nourishing moisturizers, soothing masks, hydrating toners, protective sunscreens, and more, all formulated with gentle key ingredients. Its products suit dry skin and sensitive skin best, thanks to these comforting, gentle formulas. For specific concerns, the standout products include the Jet Lag Mask for acne-prone skin, the Rich Cushion Cream for skin with dark spots, and the Super Amino Gel Cleanser for mature skin. While no specific study findings are available regarding what its key ingredients do for the skin, the line continues to offer dependable daily care.

- [Cruelty-free · Leaping Bunny](https://www.leapingbunny.org/brand/summer-fridays)

This page covers some of the most popular Summer Fridays products; for the whole Summer Fridays range, with a fit score for every product, [use the Lovi app](https://app.pora.ai/vqqJ/j1xj2b6o?af_sub2=brand&af_sub3=selection_note&af_sub4=pg8af95e4a20).

### Other Summer Fridays products

#### Other products

- [Jet Lag Mask](https://lovi.care/skincare/p/summer-fridays/jet-lag-mask/for/dry-skin) — High fit — [$49.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09FYCGF57?tag=lovi-care-web-product-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Heavenly Sixteen All-in-One Face Oil](https://lovi.care/skincare/p/summer-fridays/heavenly-sixteen-all-in-one-face-oil/for/dry-skin) — High fit
- [Rich Cushion Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/p/summer-fridays/rich-cushion-cream/for/dry-skin) — High fit
- [ShadeDrops Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Mineral Milk Sunscreen](https://lovi.care/skincare/p/summer-fridays/shadedrops-broad-spectrum-spf-30-mineral-milk-sunscreen/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — High fit
- [JET LAG SKIN SOOTHING HYDRATION MIST](https://lovi.care/skincare/p/summer-fridays/jet-lag-skin-soothing-hydration-mist/for/acne-prone-skin) — Average fit
- [Super Amino Gel Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/p/summer-fridays/super-amino-gel-cleanser/for/sensitive-skin) — High fit

## People Say

★4.3

Overall rating based on 9.4k+ reviews

Reviewers most often praise Summer Fridays for deep hydration, a radiant glow, and lightweight textures. The most common complaints are skin breakouts and high price points.

### Highlights

- Intense hydration Mostly Mentioned “drink of water for skin — Jet Lag Mask” “Deeply nourishes and hydrates even dry or stressed skin — Heavenly Sixteen All-in-One Face Oil” “hydrates deeply without feeling heavy — Rich Cushion Cream”
- Radiant and glowing moisturizers Mostly Mentioned “Complexion looked softer, smoother, and more radiant — Heavenly Sixteen All-in-One Face Oil” “fragrance-free, so no irritation for my sensitive skin — Rich Cushion Cream”
- Versatile application and wear Often Mentioned “great under makeup — Jet Lag Mask” “provides a beautiful, dewy finish that enhances my makeup — Rich Cushion Cream” “Layers beautifully under moisturizer or makeup — Heavenly Sixteen All-in-One Face Oil”
- Convenience and texture Often Mentioned “Absorbs beautifully without feeling greasy or heavy — Heavenly Sixteen All-in-One Face Oil” “perfect for planes — Jet Lag Mask” “sinks right in — Jet Lag Mask”
- Skin irritation and adverse reactions Mostly Mentioned “cap leaks product — Super Amino Gel Cleanser” “face turned red — Jet Lag Mask” “might be too heavy for those with oily complexions — Rich Cushion Cream”
- High price and cost issues Mostly Mentioned “too expensive — JET LAG SKIN SOOTHING HYDRATION MIST” “luxury splurge — Jet Lag Mask” “expensive for a cleanser — Super Amino Gel Cleanser”

Sources: lovi.care, summerfridays.com, sephora.com, cultbeauty.co.uk, spacenk.com, amazon.com, and more

## Questions and answers

### Is Summer Fridays good for dry skin?

Yes, Summer Fridays is a good choice because Lovi rates the Summer Fridays-focused routine Superior for dry skin. Reviewers mostly mention that these products deliver intense hydration and leave moisturizers feeling radiant and glowing.

### Is Summer Fridays worth it?

Summer Fridays is often considered worth it for shoppers seeking intense hydration, as Lovi rates its brand-focused routines Superior for dry, sensitive, and other skin types. However, reviewers frequently mention high costs and occasional skin irritation as drawbacks to keep in mind.

### What are Summer Fridays's best products?

Summer Fridays fits dry skin, sensitive skin, and dry sensitive skin best through its brand-focused routines. Lovi rates Jet Lag Mask, Heavenly Sixteen All-in-One Face Oil, Rich Cushion Cream, Super Amino Gel Cleanser, and ShadeDrops Broad Spectrum [SPF 30](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/spf-30) Mineral Milk Sunscreen High for dry skin.

### Which Summer Fridays moisturizer is best for dry skin?

Heavenly Sixteen All-in-One Face Oil is the best Summer Fridays moisturizer for dry skin, followed closely by Rich Cushion Cream. Lovi rates both moisturizers High for dry skin.

### Does Summer Fridays cause breakouts?

Summer Fridays is unlikely to cause breakouts, as Lovi rates acne-prone skin High for the Jet Lag Mask and the Heavenly Sixteen All-in-One Face Oil, and Average for the rest of the products on this page. Reviewers report that these products help provide intense hydration while leaving moisturizers feeling radiant and glowing.

### Is Summer Fridays fragrance-free?

Five of the six Summer Fridays products on this page list no fragrance, while the Super Amino Gel Cleanser does contain it. Reviewers frequently note that the brand helps keep skin soft and deeply hydrated.

### What are the key ingredients in Summer Fridays products?

Summer Fridays products feature ingredients like [niacinamide](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/niacinamide) and [sodium hyaluronate](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/hyaluronic-acid), which help improve skin tone and keep the skin soft and hydrated. Other key components such as [sunflower seed oil](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/sunflower-seed-oil), [panthenol](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/panthenol), and [vitamin E](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/vitamin-e) help support the skin barrier. Additionally, ingredients like [centella asiatica extract](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/centella-asiatica), sea [salt](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/salt), and [aloe vera](https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/aloe-vera) help calm and soothe the skin.

[The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12100180/) [Dermatologic Therapy, 2022](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36200921/)

### How do I build a Summer Fridays skincare routine?

To build a Summer Fridays routine for dry skin, start your morning with a gentle cleanser, hydrating toner, moisturizer, and mineral sunscreen, and follow a similar path in the evening with an added treatment. Once a week, you can also include a nourishing mask like the Jet Lag Mask. Lovi rates the Summer Fridays-focused routine Superior for dry skin.

### Where can I buy Summer Fridays, and how much does it cost?

Summer Fridays products on this page are available on Amazon US. They cost around $49.00.

### What are good alternatives to Summer Fridays?

CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Kiehl's, and Dermalogica are good alternatives to Summer Fridays because they offer similar skincare options on Lovi. Reviewers note that these brands provide comparable benefits and variety for different skin types.

### Summer Fridays vs CeraVe: which is better?

Summer Fridays and CeraVe both rate Superior for dry skin, oily skin, sensitive skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin. Lovi rates the Summer Fridays-focused routine Superior for all these skin types, matching CeraVe's performance across the board.

### Who owns Summer Fridays, and where is it from?

Summer Fridays is an American brand founded in 2018, owned by TSG Consumer Partners since 2024.

[beautymatter.com](https://beautymatter.com/articles/tsg-consumer-takes-majority-stake-in-summer-fridays) [en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/TSG_Consumer_Partners)

### Is Summer Fridays cruelty-free?

Yes: Leaping Bunny lists Summer Fridays as cruelty-free.

[Leaping Bunny](https://www.leapingbunny.org/brand/summer-fridays)

### Is Summer Fridays good for sensitive skin?

Yes, Summer Fridays fits sensitive skin well because the brand-focused routine rates Superior for this skin type and several products are formulated for sensitive skin. Lovi rates Super Amino Gel Cleanser, ShadeDrops Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Mineral Milk Sunscreen, and Rich Cushion Cream High for sensitive skin. Additionally, five of the six Summer Fridays products on this page list no fragrance.

### Which Summer Fridays cleanser is best for oily skin?

The Summer Fridays cleanser best for oily skin is Super Amino Gel Cleanser, which Lovi rates Average for this skin type.

### Is Summer Fridays good for skin with dark spots?

Summer Fridays is generally average for skin with dark spots, as most products on the page rate Average for this concern. Lovi rates the Heavenly Sixteen All-in-One Face Oil and Rich Cushion Cream Average for skin with dark spots, while the Jet Lag Mask also rates Average.

### Which Summer Fridays sunscreen is best for sensitive skin?

ShadeDrops Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Mineral Milk Sunscreen is best for sensitive skin, as Lovi rates it High for sensitive skin.

### Is Summer Fridays good for mature skin?

Yes, Summer Fridays is good for mature skin because Lovi rates the Jet Lag Mask High for mature skin, while other products on the page rate Average. Reviewers often mention the intense hydration and glowing moisturizers that help keep skin soft and smooth.

[Dermatologic Therapy, 2022](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36200921/)

## Research behind Summer Fridays's key ingredients

- [The effect of niacinamide on reducing cutaneous pigmentation and suppression of melanosome transfer](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12100180/) Niacinamide · The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002
- [Benefits of topical hyaluronic acid for skin quality and signs of skin aging: From literature review to clinical evidence](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36200921/) Sodium hyaluronate · Dermatologic Therapy, 2022
- [Topical use of dexpanthenol in skin disorders](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12113650/) Panthenol · American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002
- [Anti-aging and brightening effects of a topical treatment containing vitamin C, vitamin E, and raspberry leaf cell culture extract: A split-face, randomized controlled trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31975502/) Tocopherol · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
- [Moisturizing and Antiinflammatory Properties of Cosmetic Formulations Containing Centella asiatica Extract](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27168678/) Centella asiatica extract · Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016
- [Topical Application of Centella asiatica in Wound Healing: Recent Insights into Mechanisms and Clinical Efficacy](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39458583/) Centella asiatica extract · Pharmaceutics, 2024
- [Treatment of acne with a combination of propolis, tea tree oil, and Aloe vera compared to erythromycin cream: two double-blind investigations](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30588129/) Aloe barbadensis leaf juice · Clinical Pharmacology, 2018
- [Urea: a comprehensive review of the clinical literature](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24314769/) Urea · Dermatology Online Journal, 2013
- [Effect of a topical antioxidant serum containing vitamin C, vitamin E, and ferulic acid after Q-switched 1064-nm Nd:YAG laser for treatment of environment-induced skin pigmentation](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32052907/) Tocopherol · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
- [Green tea extract reduces induction of p53 and apoptosis in UVB-irradiated human skin independent of transcriptional controls](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18631247/) Camellia sinensis leaf extract · Experimental Dermatology, 2009
- [Design, characterization, and clinical evaluation of argan oil nanostructured lipid carriers to improve skin hydration](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25143733/) Argania spinosa kernel oil · International Journal of Nanomedicine, 2014
- [The 24-hour skin hydration and barrier function effects of a hyaluronic 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract moisturizing fluid: an intra-subject, randomized, assessor-blinded study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/) Glycerin · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
- [Randomized controlled study for the anti-aging effect of human adipocyte-derived mesenchymal stem cell media combined with niacinamide after laser therapy](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33103316/) Niacinamide · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021
- [Senomorphic activity of a combination of niacinamide and hyaluronic acid: correlation with clinical improvement of skin aging](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39009698/) Niacinamide · Scientific Reports, 2024
- [A new topical panthenol-containing emollient: Results from two randomized controlled studies assessing its skin moisturization and barrier restoration potential, and the effect on skin microflora](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27425824/) Panthenol · The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017
- [Efficacy of a topical gel containing chitosan, chlorhexidine, allantoin and dexpanthenol for pain and inflammation control after third molar surgery: A randomized and placebo-controlled clinical trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32683390/) Allantoin · Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2020
- [Systematic Study of Paeonol/Madecassoside Co-Delivery Nanoemulsion Transdermal Delivery System for Enhancing Barrier Repair and Anti-Inflammatory Efficacy](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37446936/) Centella asiatica extract · Molecules, 2023
- [Biomimetic hyaluronic acid-stabilized zinc oxide nanoparticles in acne treatment: A preclinical and clinical approach](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40254135/) Zinc oxide · Journal of Controlled Release, 2025
- [Topical application of jojoba (Simmondsia chinensis L.) wax enhances the synthesis of pro-collagen III and hyaluronic acid and reduces inflammation in the ex-vivo human skin organ culture model](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38344180/) Jojoba seed oil · Frontiers in Pharmacology, 2024
- [Whitening effect of alpha-bisabolol in Asian women subjects](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20642768/) Bisabolol · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2010
- [Is benzyl alcohol a significant contact sensitizer?](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35080274/) Benzyl alcohol · Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, 2022
- [Inhibitory effects of shell of Camellia oleifera Abel extract on mushroom tyrosinase and human skin melanin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31033161/) Butylene glycol · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019
- [Squalane as a Promising Agent Protecting UV-Induced Inhibition of Collagen Biosynthesis and Wound Healing in Human Dermal Fibroblast](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40363772/) Squalane · Molecules, 2025
- [Topical Zinc Oxide Nanoparticle Formulations for Acne Vulgaris: A Systematic Review of Pre-Clinical and Early-Phase Clinical Evidence](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41007718/) Zinc oxide · Biomedicines, 2025
- [Evaluation of the Efficacy and Safety of a Panthenol-Enriched Mask for Skin Barrier Recovery After Facial Laser Treatment: Results of a Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40613435/) Panthenol · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025
- [Cucumber (Cucumis sativus L.) with heterologous poly-γ-glutamic acid has skin moisturizing, whitening and anti-wrinkle effects](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38336313/) Cucumis sativus fruit extract · International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2024
- [Hippophae rhamnoides oil-in-water (O/W) emulsion improves barrier function in healthy human subjects](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25362595/) Hippophae rhamnoides oil fruit · Pakistan Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2014
- [Emulgels powered by coco-glucoside: A stable and effective synbiotics delivery system for skin care](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40845989/) Coco-glucoside · International Journal of Pharmaceutics, 2025
- [Sterol-standardized phytopharmaceutical from ground cherry: Corticoid-like properties on human keratinocytes and fibroblasts and its effects in a randomized double-blind placebo-controlled clinical trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30597728/) Physalis angulata extract · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019
- [Safety assessment on comedogenicity of dermatological products containing d-alpha tocopheryl acetate in Asian subjects: A double-blind randomized controlled trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34471722/) Tocopheryl acetate · Contemporary Clinical Trials Communications, 2021
- [A cleanser formulated with Tris (hydroxymethyl) aminomethane and l-arginine significantly improves facial acne in male Thai subjects](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31347768/) Arginine · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020
- [Efficacy and safety of combination cream of stimu-tex AS™ (spent grain wax, Argania Spinosa Kernel oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (shea butter) extract), and saccharide isomerate after fractional CO2 laser procedure: split-face, double blinded, randomized controlled trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41134387/) Butyrospermum parkii butter shea butter, Butyrospermum parkii butter extract shea butter extract, Argania spinosa kernel oil · Lasers in Medical Science, 2025
- [Two new lipoaminoacids with complementary modes of action: new prospects to fight out against skin aging](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19732187/) Alanine · International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2010

## Summer Fridays routines

- 96% fit: [Routine for dry skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/brands/summer-fridays/skincare-routine/for/dry-skin)
- 95% fit: [Routine for sensitive skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/brands/summer-fridays/skincare-routine/for/sensitive-skin)
- 93% fit: [Routine for mature skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/brands/summer-fridays/skincare-routine/for/mature-skin)
- 91% fit: [Routine for skin with dark spots](https://lovi.care/skincare/brands/summer-fridays/skincare-routine/for/dark-spots)
- 95% fit: [Routine for dry sensitive skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/brands/summer-fridays/skincare-routine/for/dry-sensitive-skin)

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## About the Lovi Fit

Lovi: Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes.

Lovi rates every product from its full ingredient list with brand-independent rules its dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update. Levels from best to worst: Superior, High, Average, Low, Caution, Warning.

Behind these ratings: Nadia Kapleva, MS (Co-founder, Medical Director); Alexey Shagraev, PhD (Co-founder, CEO and CTO); Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc (Medical Board); Aishani Shah, MD (Medical Board); Asya Zubkova, MS (Medical Board); Hanna Kurets, MD (Medical Board, Medical Advisor); Elina Nazarenko, MD (Medical Board); Victoria Derkova, MS (Medical Board).

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